Thurman will move from his current head of information technology role at Credit Suisse Canada.

He has also previously worked at Alpha Trading Systems, an alternative trading system in Canada; TD Newcrest, a division of TD Securities; and the Toronto Stock Exchange.

“We are delighted that Tim Thurman is joining ASX at a time when technology is playing an ever greater role in delivering high quality exchange services to our customers,” Elmer Funke Kupper said in a statement, ASX managing director and CEO.

“Tim brings to ASX a unique set of experiences, having worked for a major exchange group, an alternative trading system and exchange clients. He has a track record of successfully leading technology teams and managing complex regulatory processes, and will add a valuable international perspective to ASX’s forward strategy.”

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